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BJP Leader in Sitamarhi Targeted in Glamour Trap; Cybercriminal Demands ₹5 Lakh

26Dec

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Bihar, State

BJP Leader in Sitamarhi Targeted in Glamour Trap; Cybercriminal Demands ₹5 Lakh

Sitamarhi, Bihar: A troubling case of cyber extortion has surfaced in Sitamarhi, where a local BJP leader fell victim to a glamour trap. The accused demanded ₹5 lakh, threatening to circulate manipulated obscene images if the amount was not paid. Authorities are currently investigating the matter. Leader Becomes Target of Cybercrime The victim, Raman Kumar Srivastava, Media In-Charge and Deputy Spokesperson of the Sitamarhi district BJP, reportedly became the target after a road accident left him bedridden and undergoing treatment. Cybercriminals allegedly used Facebook images of Srivastava, editing them to depict him with women, and sent these manipulated images to him via WhatsApp. Extortion Threats The cybercriminal demanded ₹5 lakh from Srivastava, threatening to make the f...

Tragic Suicide in Banda: Young Woman Ends Life After Threats to Leak Obscene Video; Two Accused Booked

26Dec

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Tragic Suicide in Banda: Young Woman Ends Life After Threats to Leak Obscene Video; Two Accused Booked

Banda, UP: A distressing case of blackmail has come to light in Banda district, Uttar Pradesh, where a young woman allegedly took her own life after being threatened with the circulation of an obscene video. Blackmail and Marriage Pressure The 20-year-old victim, a resident of a village in Chilla police station area of Palani Tehsil, was reportedly harassed by Manish Nishad, son of Arjun Nishad, from her own village. Manish allegedly sent obscene messages via mobile and threatened that he had a compromising video of the woman. He further warned that the video would be leaked if she did not agree to marry him. Fear Kept Her Silent Terrified by the threats, the young woman did not disclose the harassment to her family. The constant pressure and intimidation by Manish reportedly c...

Massive Fire Breaks Out at Pearl Orchid Apartments in Ranchi; Suspected Gas Leak Causes Panic

26Dec

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Jharkhand, State

Massive Fire Breaks Out at Pearl Orchid Apartments in Ranchi; Suspected Gas Leak Causes Panic

Ranchi: A high-rise residential building in the Jharkhand capital was engulfed in flames on Friday morning, triggering panic among residents. The fire broke out on the 11th floor of Pearl Orchid Apartments, exposing lapses in safety measures. Fortunately, no casualties were reported. Fire Response and Containment According to Jitendra Tiwari, head of the State Fire Services and Fire Officer at Doranda Station, seven fire trucks were dispatched to the scene. After nearly an hour of intense firefighting, the blaze was brought under control. The fire reportedly originated in a flat on the 11th floor, with the first alert reaching the fire department around 7:30 AM. Suspected Cause: Kitchen Gas Leak While the exact cause of the fire is still under investigation, initial reports sug...

Bhopal Road Project Fiasco: ₹3 Crore Road Work Stalled Due to Poor Planning and Unremoved Electric Poles

26Dec

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Bhopal Road Project Fiasco: ₹3 Crore Road Work Stalled Due to Poor Planning and Unremoved Electric Poles

Bhopal: The road widening project in the Awadhpuri area of Bhopal has once again run into trouble, leaving residents frustrated and raising questions about planning and execution. The ₹3-crore project, aimed at easing traffic congestion on the 1.8-kilometer stretch from Awadhpuri to the SOS square, is facing delays and controversies due to improper work sequencing and oversight. Electric Poles Still in Place One of the major issues is that electric poles along the roadside have not been relocated. These poles, now awkwardly positioned along the newly constructed road edges, pose serious risks to commuters and local residents, especially at night. Ideally, the poles should have been removed before construction began. Mistakes in Planning and Execution The project encountered fur...

Jaipur Chomu Violence: Dispute Over Mosque Railing Escalates into Stone Pelting

26Dec

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Rajasthan, State

Jaipur Chomu Violence: Dispute Over Mosque Railing Escalates into Stone Pelting

Jaipur: A seemingly minor dispute over stones outside a mosque in Chomu, Jaipur, escalated into violence, leaving residents and authorities shocked. The incident highlights how quickly local disagreements can spiral out of control. What Happened in Chomu? The controversy began over the removal of large stones placed outside a mosque along the roadside. The stones had been obstructing traffic for a long time, raising concerns about accidents. On Thursday, 25 December, the local administration held a meeting with community representatives, including members of the mosque’s management, to discuss the removal. Following an agreement, the municipal team started clearing the stones early Friday morning. From Dispute to Violence At around 3 AM, while the removal was underway, some loc...

Serious Allegations at Private School in Rajgarh, Churu: 11th-Grade Student Allegedly Assaulted

26Dec

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Rajasthan, State

Serious Allegations at Private School in Rajgarh, Churu: 11th-Grade Student Allegedly Assaulted

Rajgarh, Churu: A disturbing incident has come to light from a private school in Rajgarh, Churu, where an 11th-grade student was allegedly subjected to severe physical assault. The case gained widespread attention after a video of the alleged assault surfaced on social media, prompting a police investigation. The student’s family has lodged a formal complaint against the school management. Incident Reported at Lords International School The incident reportedly took place at Lords International School, located on Siddhmukh Road in Rajgarh. The student’s father, Deepchand, alleged that on Wednesday, the principal along with approximately six staff members physically assaulted his 15-year-old son. The student informed his family after returning home, and later that evening, he experienc...

Xiaomi Launches 17 Ultra with 200MP Camera, Top-of-the-Line Chipset, and Up to 16GB RAM; Goes on Sale in China

26Dec

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TECHNOLOGY

Xiaomi Launches 17 Ultra with 200MP Camera, Top-of-the-Line Chipset, and Up to 16GB RAM; Goes on Sale in China

Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has officially launched its latest flagship smartphone, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, in China. This marks the fourth flagship in the series and continues Xiaomi’s bid to compete with Apple in the premium smartphone segment. The Ultra model comes loaded with high-end features, including the most powerful chipset to date and a cutting-edge camera system. Price and Availability The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is priced starting at 6999 yuan (approx. ₹90,000) for the 12GB RAM + 512GB storage variant. The top-end model offers 16GB RAM and 1TB storage for 8499 yuan (approx. ₹1,09,000). Additionally, the Leica edition of the phone is priced up to 8999 yuan (approx. ₹1,15,000). Sales in China begin on 27 December 2025, with multiple color options available. Specifications and Featur...

Smart TVs Are Watching You: How to Turn Off ACR Settings on Samsung, LG, Sony, Android, Hisense, and TCL TVs

26Dec

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TECHNOLOGY

Smart TVs Are Watching You: How to Turn Off ACR Settings on Samsung, LG, Sony, Android, Hisense, and TCL TVs

Modern smart TVs come equipped with Automatic Content Recognition (ACR) technology, which collects data on everything you watch and sends it to companies for targeted advertising. Beyond content tracking, ACR can also gather personal information such as your IP address, email, and sometimes location. Most users are unaware of this background activity, which continues even while you watch TV alone. Fortunately, you can disable ACR and related ad-tracking features directly from your TV settings. Here’s a step-by-step guide for popular brands: Samsung TV Press the Home button on the remote. Open the Sidebar Menu on the left. Select Privacy Choices. Navigate to Terms & Conditions → Privacy Policy. Uncheck Viewing Information Services. Click OK to save the changes. ...

1.5 Ton 5-Star Split ACs Starting at ₹30,990: Winter Comfort at Attractive Prices

26Dec

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TECHNOLOGY

1.5 Ton 5-Star Split ACs Starting at ₹30,990: Winter Comfort at Attractive Prices

Winter may be the perfect time to buy an air conditioner at a discounted price, and online shoppers are getting attractive deals this season. Flipkart’s Year-End Sale, running until 29th December 2025, offers 1.5 Ton 5-Star ACs under ₹35,000. No extra bank discounts or coupon codes are required. Here are four noteworthy options available: 1. Godrej 1.5 Ton 5-Star Split Inverter AC (EI 18IINV5R32 WYS, White) Price: ₹30,990 5-in-1 convertible inverter AC, saving up to 25% more electricity than single-star non-inverter models. Features auto-restart, copper condenser, and sleep mode for automatic temperature adjustment at night. Easy maintenance claimed by the manufacturer. 2. Midea 1.5 Ton 5-Star Split Inverter AC (MAI20SP5R35W0, White) Price: ₹32,990 Offers Wi-Fi c...

How to Cancel AutoPay in PhonePe, Google Pay, and Paytm: Stop Automatic Payments from Your Bank Account

26Dec

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TECHNOLOGY

How to Cancel AutoPay in PhonePe, Google Pay, and Paytm: Stop Automatic Payments from Your Bank Account

UPI apps like PhonePe, Google Pay, and Paytm offer an AutoPay feature, allowing payments for mobile recharges, utility bills, OTT subscriptions, EMIs, and mutual fund SIPs to be deducted automatically. While this feature saves time and prevents missed payments, it can sometimes lead to unintended deductions if payments continue for services you no longer need. Fortunately, all three apps allow users to cancel or pause AutoPay easily. Here’s how: Two Ways to Stop AutoPay Cancel: Permanently disables AutoPay for a service, though it can be reactivated later. Pause: Temporarily stops AutoPay for a defined period. How to Cancel AutoPay in Paytm Open the Paytm app and go to your Profile. Scroll down and click on UPI Settings. Select Automatic Payment or Payment Manage...